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Please try to stay on topic. I realise because of the complexity of some of the posts members may veer off but in answer do not 'go there'.

For info and questions on US customs please post on the thread below: post https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/us-customs-discussion-airports-importing.905560/

Detaxing (to US from Europe) https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/best-way-to-detax-after-h-in-europe.178302/

or non-US destinations: https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/does-h-store-paris-wants-to-ship.605014/page-3

For questions relating to prices https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/reference-hermes-current-prices.102567/page-357

For traveling with boxes https://forum.purseblog.com/threads...me-hermes-boxes-when-traveling.1044553/page-5



I will leave this reminder as a sticky because tthis is often a thread that new members (or new Hermès lovers) post on - hopefully temporarily.
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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I bought a rouge grenat B25 recently from Paris - so far, I'm really happy with the color :smile: I wouldn't consider it as a flashy colour as it's not a bright red..more like a neutral with a twist.

Gold and etoupe are beautiful as well. The 4 colors (toffee/gold/etoupe/rouge grenat) you have picked have their own merits - they are timeless, versatile and appropriate for all seasons.

The most important thing is you have have to loveeee it. I wouldn't keep it if it's not my ideal bag combination (leather type/color/size).
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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I think it is beautiful but it looks like you already regret it : i strongly recommand that you go and Exchange it. Never settle and only get what you truly want. This is supposed to be a dream come true and a lifetime bag, so if there is a doubt, no doubt you will regret having kept it.
 
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Juh512 said:
So lucky!!! Raisin! I always ask for a raisin and they never had one
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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This color is beautiful. But, If you are not in love do not keep the bag. You know yourself and if there is a doubt in your mind, I think you have your answer. If you plan on buying multiple bags in the future and you like the color keep it
 
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natebby said:
Advice please. What do you do when you're offered a birkin in the size and leather you want but the color is choice #4? And if you could only have 1? I was able to get one at FSH but I found out the person in line in front of me got a neutral gold or toffee color for his wife. A little part of me died because that was my first choice. Mine is a rouge grenat. It's a beautful bag, but can it be an everyday color I can wear? Should I be loving my rouge grenat and feeling lucky that I even have it? Is to request a color exchange even possible? I need some TPF love/advice to help me sort through these mixed feelings.
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Do you feel like this because you found out that gentleman got your first choice? Would you feel like this if he'd scored a non neutral for his wife?
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? .
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As reiterated, even though this colour is beautiful, it is only useful if you love the bag.

Note that even though FSH will accept returns within the time on the receipt, they will not refund your money. They offer only store credit. If they do not have another bag to offer you, you will be stuck with the store credit.
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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This is a very beautiful bag and I agree that it is a "neutral" bag.
The "red" in grenat is quite muted, to me atleast, and won't clash with any bright or neutral outfit IMHO.
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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It's very beautiful! It's not too flashy, it's a very nice colour that can go well with most wardrobes. Some people buy their first birkin thinking it would be their one and only but usually the collection grows overtime anyway and the neutrals will pop up.
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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I acquired this exact same combination at FSH too and I love it. However, if you are having doubts, I would definitely try to exchange it. It is very expensive and you should be 200% happy with your purchase. Best of luck! Let us know what you end up doing.
 
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natebby said:
Here's she is. 35cm, Togo, rouge grenat. What do you think? This or toffee/gold/etoupe? The practical me is saying it's too flashy for me and everyday wear. But if you say it can be done, I may just go home happy with her.
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Natebby, this is a gorgeous bag and color, no doubt. I just purchased rouge grenat Bearn yesterday. Though the red is not sharp, my thinking for using this color bag attending meetings, it may turn out to be flashy. I prefer my bags to be understated.

Carrying a bag is also entirely up to you. Question is how comfortable you will be carrying this to office. Maybe you will feel awkward carrying this into office for the first time but people may be watching with envy of this gorgeous bag. [emoji85]

H makes very beautiful bags and colors so making a decision to reject a bag difficult. Do give a serious thought whether you really like this color as your everyday bag.
 
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natebby said:
My heart did not sing. Because I was hoping it would be etoupe or gold...

was it difficult to ask for an exchange?
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No it wasn't difficult.. but again .. it's like your asking another birkin ... and if they have color that you want, they will exchange it.. you can try .. you never know..

You don't have to fall in line either you just have to wait for the SA that is available to help you.
 
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